Uber Suspends Testing of Autonomous Vehicles After Fatal Collision in Arizona
Uber Technologies has halted its testing of self-driving vehicles after a March 18 incident in which one of its cars struck and killed a pedestrian in Tempe, Ariz.
Autonomous Vehicle Legislation Stalled by Senate Democrats
Five Democratic U.S. Senators have sent a letter to Senate Commerce Committee Chairman John Thune (R-S.D.) requesting more stringent safety measures be inserted into Senate Bill 1885, or the “American Vision for Safer Transportation through Advancement of Revolutionary Technologies” (AV START) Act.
California to Allow Testing of Autonomous Vehicles Without Drivers
Under the new regulations, vehicle manufacturers must obtain a driverless testing and/or a deployment permit from the DMV and comply with the permit requirements, if they wish to either test an autonomous vehicle without a driver or allow the public to use their autonomous technology.
Domino’s Pizza, Ford Testing Autonomous Delivery Vehicles in Miami
On the heels of its first experiment in Ann Arbor, Mich., Domino’s Pizza said it is testing self-driving delivery vehicles in Miami, “with a focus on the customer experience.”
Autonomous Vehicles Closer to Hitting Road in Utah After Bill Passes Through House Committee
House Bill 371, which would allow for autonomous vehicle operation on Utah roads, recently passed out of committee on a unanimous vote and now heads to the full State of Utah House of Representatives.
How Will Autonomous Vehicles Impact the North American Automotive Aftermarket?
Research and Markets report indicates the total number of ADAS-enabled and autonomous cars on the road is expected to increase from 9% in 2017 to 82% in 2030.
Autonomous Vehicles Tested on California Roads Aren’t Safe Without Someone Behind Steering Wheel: Consumer Group
New reports required by the California Department of Motor Vehicles from companies testing autonomous cars on the state’s public roads show the technology isn’t safe unless it’s monitored by a human behind a steering wheel who can take control, according to the group Consumer Watchdog.
Injured Motorcyclist Suing GM for Autonomous Vehicle’s ‘Negligent Driving’
A California motorcyclist has filed a federal lawsuit against General Motors after being involved in an accident with a self-driving Cruise AV.
Autonomous Vehicles Won’t Kill Motorists’ Interest in Driving, Panel Says
Amid all the hype about autonomous vehicles, perhaps we’ve overlooked the fact that some people enjoy driving.
Transportation Secretary on Autonomous Vehicles: Trump Administration Will Find Path to Innovation
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao promised that the federal government will work with the automotive industry on a path of innovation for self-driving vehicles.
